What is somatic dysfunction
Maybe youve never heard of somatic dysfunction. Thats ok. There probably was a time when youd never heard of AIDS or BSE! Somatic dysfunction is a term used by osteopaths to describe asymmetry or misalignment, restricted movement and tissue changes in the body. It occurs when a body part is stressed beyond its normal capacity which leads to damage and degeneration. For instance Vertebral somatic dysfunction VSD occurs when there is damage to your spine which could lead to a disturbance of blood flow or nerve impulses in your body, cause tight muscles or even a misalignment of your spinal bones. When these changes interfere with the bodys healing mechanisms ill health and disease can occur.
